About
Artemisia Indica var. Momiyamae is a botanical variety within the genus Artemisia, grown for its ornamental value and summer flowering. It produces flowers from July to September. Plants are typically handled as herbaceous perennials in cultivation and respond to seasonal pruning and removal of spent stems. Check the label for the best siting for the specific stock you buy.
About the genus
Artemisia is a large, diverse genus of plants belonging to the daisy family, Asteraceae, with almost 500 species. Common names for various species in the genus include mugwort, wormwood, and sagebrush.
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In the garden
Artemisia Indica var. Momiyamae belongs to the Artemisia genus and is offered as a named botanical variety suited to ornamental planting where summer interest is wanted. Flowering occurs between July and September, providing seasonal structure in the middle months of the year. Detailed origins and precise cultural requirements vary between cultivars and nursery stocks, so consult the supplied plant information for provenance and microclimate notes. When planting, use the supplier’s advice on aspect and soil for the particular stock you have; many gardeners find success by avoiding waterlogged positions and by watching how the plant behaves through its first season. Remove spent flowering stems and tidy foliage as required to maintain form; light pruning after flowering helps manage growth and encourages a neat habit into autumn. Use this variety where a summer display is wanted and position it where you can observe its flowering period from July to September, so you can time pruning and any seasonal feeding to match its growth cycle.
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More in the Artemisia genus
- Artemisia 'Coca Cola'
- Artemisia 'Valerie Finnis'
- Artemisia Pontica Roman Wormwood
- Artemisia lactiflora 'Elfenbein'White Mugwort
- Artemisia ludovicianawestern mugwort
- Artemisia ponticaRoman Wormwood
- Artemisia schmidtiana 'Nana'Silver Mound
- Artemisia 'Boughton Silver'